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THE LESSON

Why strength work is crucial for healthy, fast running.

THE TEACHER

Marie Droniou-Bordry is a fitness coach and runner.

Do you ever see “strength and conditioning” on your training plan, sigh, and opt for a blast round the block instead? Or convince yourself that such training is too ‘advanced’ for you – beginners don’t need to worry about things like that? If either sounds familiar, you’re about to get a very stern talking to…

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